Kara Garrett
White County Board of Education/Mossy Creek Elementary School
Cleveland
17
years of professional experience
Dedicated early childhood support professional with experience in special education and Head Start settings. Skilled in collaborating with teachers, organizing classrooms, and reinforcing lesson goals through small-group and one-on-one instruction. Focused on creating structured, positive learning environments for young students.
Work History
Pre-k Sped Paraprofessional
4 Years 2 Months- Implemented IEP accommodations and modifications with consistency and accuracy.
- Supported special education teachers with individualized instruction and classroom management.
- Assisted students with academic tasks, behavior interventions, and daily learning routines.
- Monitored student progress and reported concerns to teachers and support staff.
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom routines, activities, and instruction for pre-K students.
- Reinforced early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills through small-group and one-on-one support.
- Prepared learning materials, organized classroom supplies, and set up activities aligned with lesson plans.
- Assisted with behavior management using positive redirection and consistent classroom expectations.
- Adapted support for individual student needs, including developmental and classroom accommodations.
Family Partner
12 Years 10 Months- Built trusting relationships with families to support child development, attendance, and school readiness
- Supported classroom instruction by reinforcing lesson objectives and guiding student comprehension.
- Assisted teachers with behavior management, helping maintain structured and productive learning environment.
- Prepared instructional materials and organized classroom resources for daily learning activities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student activities, assignments, and support needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and support staff to develop individualized family goals and action plans
- Documented family contact, referrals, and follow-up services in required Head Start records
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Skills
IEP implementation
Teaching and instruction
Progress monitoring
Teacher assistance
Learning disabilities support
Classroom organization
Collaboration with teachers
Timeline
Pre-k Sped Paraprofessional
White County Board of Education/Mossy Creek Elementary School
08.2022 - CurrentRead More
Family Partner
Ninth District Opportunity/White County Head Start
09.2009 - 07.2022Read More
Georgia Southwestern State University
Bachelor of Science from Early Childhood Education
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